Medication

Millions of people make this mistake with painkillers – and it's dangerous

Painkillers are sold over the counter and are considered safe, but incorrect combinations, double dosages, and a lack of awareness regarding active ingredients can cause significant harm.

People think that if it's an over-the-counter painkiller, there's no reason to worry
Anyone taking regular medications should check with their doctor or pharmacist to see if they are permitted to consume grapefruit or grapefruit juice

The fruit that could disrupt medication activity

ADHD is currently considered one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders in the world

Within just 5 years: ADHD drug consumption in Israel has doubled

Heartburn

The prescription that became a daily habit: The medication you probably do not need


Taking multiple medications together every day? You must read this

Nearly half of the world's older population takes five medications or more. Ostensibly – this is supposed to protect them. In practice – other things happen.

Pills

The mistake that worsens the side effects of weight-loss injections

Wegovy and Mounjaro have revolutionized obesity treatment and led to significant weight loss for many patients – but with it came unpleasant side effects.

Weight-loss injection

8 things people using weight loss injections should not do

GLP-1 type medications help control appetite and lose weight – and there are 8 habits that will prevent you from enjoying their full benefit, and may cause unpleasant side effects.

Experts recommend that patients on GLP-1 type medications exercise extra caution when consuming alcohol because it will worsen gastrointestinal side effects

Israeli-founded AI biotech Immunai expands AstraZeneca cancer collaboration

The expanded agreement extends and broadens the companies’ multi-year collaboration in oncology through 2027, according to the statement.

A vial and sryinge are seen in front of a displayed AstraZeneca logo in this illustration taken January 11, 2021

Taking medications for irritable bowel syndrome? This is the worrying finding from a huge study

A huge study found a link between some medications – especially antidepressants and anti-diarrheal drugs – and an increased risk of mortality, mainly with prolonged use.

Illustration: Irritable bowel syndrome

Study found possible link between weight loss medications and osteoporosis

A new study points to a link between the use of popular weight loss drugs and medical conditions such as osteoporosis and gout.

Weight loss medication

7 medications that do not work well with coffee

Drinking coffee in the morning is a regular habit for many, but studies reveal that combining caffeine with certain medications may cancel their effect and even cause side effects.

A cup of coffee

Drugs created for one purpose that became breakthroughs in another field

Some of the most well-known drugs in the world were actually born out of failure, surprising side effects, or studies that were meant to solve a completely different medical problem.

Medications

10 common medications that cause men to develop female breasts

Experts warn that common medications for blood pressure, hair loss, anxiety, and heartburn may disrupt hormonal balance in men and lead to unexpected physical changes.

Finasteride, known by its commercial name Propecia, a common medication for treating hair loss and enlarged prostate, may also cause this phenomenon

How to make painkillers work faster: 5 tricks from doctors

New studies reveal that the way you swallow a painkiller, what you drink with it and even the position you lie in can significantly change how quickly it takes effect.

How to make painkillers work faster